The Nita M. Lowey Middle East Partnership for Peace Act (MEPPA)
ID: 357249Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

West Bank, Gaza USAID-West Bank (USAID-WES)

Award Range

$0 - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357249
Timeline
    Description

    USAID/West Bank and Gaza is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) under the Nita M. Lowey Middle East Partnership for Peace Act (MEPPA) to gather insights on proposed activities aimed at enhancing peacebuilding initiatives between Israelis and Palestinians. The RFI seeks feedback on strategies to strengthen the capacity of local peacebuilding organizations through improved collaboration, technical assistance, and small grants, addressing critical needs such as fundraising diversification and monitoring capabilities amidst ongoing regional conflicts. This initiative underscores the importance of grassroots efforts in mitigating violence and fostering a sustainable two-state solution. Interested organizations are encouraged to respond by December 11, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Sandy Sakran at ssakran@usaid.gov or by phone at 972-3-511-4870.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ssakran@usaid.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFI-294-25-001.pdf
    The Nita M. Lowey Middle East Partnership for Peace Act (MEPPA) Request for Information (RFI) aims to strengthen the peacebuilding initiatives between Israelis and Palestinians. Issued by USAID/West Bank and Gaza, this RFI seeks feedback on proposed activities designed to enhance the capacity of local peacebuilding organizations through improved collaboration, technical assistance, and small grants. The initiative addresses significant capacity needs of Israeli and Palestinian NGOs, which include fundraising diversification and monitoring capabilities, especially in light of declining support for a two-state solution among Israelis and the ongoing conflicts in the region. The proposed objectives cover strengthening the peacebuilding community as a whole, improving individual organizations' performance, expanding local partnerships, and fostering collective action. Interested organizations are invited to respond, providing insights on the proposed activity and their capabilities. The response is intended solely for planning information, and participation in the RFI does not guarantee any future contracts or funding opportunities. This RFI underlines the urgent need for grassroots peacebuilding to mitigate ongoing violence and cultivate a sustainable two-state solution.
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